Last night, Charleston City Council took an important first step for the redevelopment of Union Pier, by passing first reading of a public financing proposal that sets the stage for important opportunities for further public engagement. The Preservation Society is supporting the tax increment financing (TIF) plan for Union Pier for one reason, above all: […]
Rendering from the 2020 report by Sottile & Sottile of College Lodge, showing the Callhoun Street elevation activated with expanded storefront and street trees (Credit: All renderings by Sottile & Sottile for College of Charleston) A previously unpublished report, produced in 2020 for College of Charleston (CofC), recommends renovating College Lodge, prompting questions and shedding […]
Nearly a year ago, I proudly stood beside my nonprofit colleagues along with state and local leaders as the State Ports Authority announced a major change of direction on Union Pier. Since then, and with the support of a talented new planning team, rich histories of the site have been illuminated that were previously unexamined. A project that is guided by these stories will give Union Pier a sense of place. In other words, the goal remains the same on Union Pier.
On March 5, for the first time in a generation, the S.C. Ports Authority will open Union Pier to the public to facilitate informed public comment on planning for the site. This is an extraordinary opportunity. While further details on the substance of the visit are pending, we encourage you to mark your calendars: […]
Left: Downtowner Motor Inn, c.1964; Right: College Lodge today Next week, the Board of Architectural Review-Large (BAR) will hear an application for full demolition of College Lodge, located at 159 Calhoun Street and owned by the College of Charleston (CofC). Upon learning of the demolition proposal, the Preservation Society reached out to the South Carolina […]
The City of Charleston’s new Peninsula Plan will provide ‘water-first’ guidance for future development. There is no slowing down this holiday season: The public meeting schedule is packed with opportunities to participate in local decision-making, and we urge you to get engaged! There are four important community events at the city and county levels that […]